When was John Howard born?

John Howard was born on 26 July 1939 in Earlwood.

What positions has John Howard held?

Positions held by John Howard include: Delegate to the Australian Constitutional Convention, 1998 (1998–1998); Prime Minister of Australia (1996–2007); Leader of the Opposition of Australia (1995–1996); Leader of the Liberal Party of Australia (1995–2007); Leader of the Opposition of Australia (1985–1989).

Where did John Howard study?

John Howard was educated at University of Sydney, Canterbury Boys' High School.

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John Howard

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Prime Minister of Australia from 1996 to 2007

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John Winston Howard is an Australian former politician who served as the 25th prime minister of Australia from 1996 to 2007, holding office as leader of the Liberal Party of Australia. His eleven-year tenure as prime minister is the second-longest in Australian history, after that of Robert Menzies.

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Born: 26 July 1939 wd
Place of birth: Earlwood wd
Citizenship: Australia wd
Occupation: politician, autobiographer, lawyer, solicitor, historian wd
Political party: Liberal Party of Australia (since 1957) wd
Education: University of Sydney, Canterbury Boys' High School wd
Spouse: Janette Howard wd

Positions held wd

Delegate to the Australian Constitutional Convention, 1998 (2 February 1998 – 13 February 1998)
Prime Minister of Australia (11 March 1996 – 3 December 2007)
Leader of the Opposition of Australia (30 January 1995 – 11 March 1996)
Leader of the Liberal Party of Australia (30 January 1995 – 29 November 2007)
Leader of the Opposition of Australia (5 September 1985 – 9 May 1989)
Minister for Finance (Australia) (23 February 1979 – 27 February 1979)
Treasurer of Australia (19 November 1977 – 11 March 1983)
Minister for Special Trade Negotiations of Australia (17 July 1977 – 20 December 1977)
member of the Australian House of Representatives (18 May 1974 – 24 November 2007)

Awards wd

Presidential Medal of Freedom (2009)
Centenary Medal (2001)
Companion of the Order of Australia (2008)
Order of the Rising Sun, 1st class
Order of Merit (2011)
James Joyce Awards
Australian National Living Treasure
Irving Kristol Award (2008)

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When was John Howard born?: John Howard was born on 26 July 1939 in Earlwood.
What positions has John Howard held?: Positions held by John Howard include: Delegate to the Australian Constitutional Convention, 1998 (1998–1998); Prime Minister of Australia (1996–2007); Leader of the Opposition of Australia (1995–1996); Leader of the Liberal Party of Australia (1995–2007); Leader of the Opposition of Australia (1985–1989).
Where did John Howard study?: John Howard was educated at University of Sydney, Canterbury Boys' High School.

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